Exam: Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency (CPE)

Definition: Relating to the countryside or rural areas; often describes something that is simple or lacking refinement.

Example: The agrestic lifestyle is often romanticized in literature, highlighting the simplicity of rural living.

Definition: Relating to the practice of alchemy, which is an ancient form of chemistry focused on transforming materials, often with the goal of turning base metals into gold or finding a universal elixir.

Example: The alchemistical texts were filled with mysterious symbols and ancient knowledge.

Definition: Describing a type of poetic meter that consists of twelve syllables, often used in French poetry.

Example: The poem was written in alexandrine, showcasing its rhythmic elegance.

Definition: A type of poetic line that has twelve syllables, often divided into two parts, with a pause in the middle. It is commonly used in both English and French poetry.

Example: The poet skillfully crafted an alexandrine to enhance the rhythm of the poem.

Definition: A person who studies algae, which are simple plants that grow in water and can be found in various environments.

Example: The algologist conducted research on the effects of pollution on local algae populations.

Definition: The study of algae, which are simple, typically aquatic organisms that can perform photosynthesis.

Example: The research team focused on algology to better understand the ecological impact of algae blooms.

Definition: To provide a reason or explanation for one's actions, often to avoid blame or responsibility.

Example: He tried to alibi his absence from the meeting by claiming he was sick.

Definition: A reason or explanation that shows someone was not present at a place where something bad happened, often used in legal situations to prove innocence.

Example: He provided an alibi to prove he was not at the scene of the crime.

Definition: To provide a reason or explanation for someone else's actions, often to show that they were not responsible for something.

Example: He provided an alibi to prove he was not at the scene of the crime.

Definition: The ability to transfer ownership of something, such as property or rights, to someone else.

Example: The alienability of the property allowed the owner to sell it easily.

Definition: A person or entity that receives ownership of property from another person or entity.

Example: The alienee received the title deed after the property was sold.

Definition: Having a shape that resembles a wing.

Example: The aliform structure of the bird's wings allows for efficient flight.

Definition: This term describes something that does not evenly divide a certain whole number into equal parts.

Example: In mathematics, an aliquant part of a number is one that does not divide it evenly.

Definition: A part of something that is left over after dividing it into equal parts, or a number that cannot evenly divide another number.

Example: In mathematics, an aliquant is used to describe a number that cannot evenly divide another number.